Power connection
IMPORTANT!
Before making any connections, disconnect the car’s battery until the
installation is completed to avoid possible damage to the electrical system.
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The +12V DC power cable should be heavy gauge stranded copper cable with heavy
insulation, since it draws power directly from the positive battery terminal.
Select the cable gauge at least 10mm2. And the ground cable gauge should be the same as the
+12V DC.
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Connect the +12V Power terminal to the battery (+) position terminal. An in-line fuse
must be installed in the +12V power cable near the battery less than 50mm. Without one, an
accidental short circuit could pose a fire hazard and damage your amplifier. Connect the fuse holder
to battery, however, do not install fuse at this time.
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Connect the GROUND Power terminal directly to the battery (-) position terminal or the
car chassis. Ensure that all paint or other insulation is remove from around the hole area, and using
self tapping screw, securely affix the bare wire ends to the vehicle chassis. Use as short as possible.
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Many radio’s and other music sources have an output terminal for connection of the
remote turn on of the power amplifier. CONNECT the output terminal to the amplifier REM control
jack. If a radio doesn’t have a remote turn on feature,
you can connect the REM pole to external switch for po12V ON/OFF.
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To help minimize interference, it is best to run the power cables along the opposite side
from the audio cables.
Caution:
The power cables must be connected tightly. A loose connection may cause
malfunctions or interference noise or distortion.
